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Chapter book - fantasy
For grades 2-7
An ogre, a wizard, a fey and a hag are sent to our world to rescue a young prince who was stolen as a baby in this humorous, low-fantasy adventure.
Every nine years, for nine days, a doorway is open between our world and the Island, which is inhabited by all manner of fantastical creatures; when four of these magical people come through to rescue their prince, the mix-ups and adventure that ensue are more than enough to keep any young fantasy fan entertained. I ...more
For grades 2-7
An ogre, a wizard, a fey and a hag are sent to our world to rescue a young prince who was stolen as a baby in this humorous, low-fantasy adventure.
Every nine years, for nine days, a doorway is open between our world and the Island, which is inhabited by all manner of fantastical creatures; when four of these magical people come through to rescue their prince, the mix-ups and adventure that ensue are more than enough to keep any young fantasy fan entertained. I ...more
Lots of wonderful stuff in here, but my favorite part was the description and illustration of the head harpie Mrs. Smith, who bears a distinct resemblance to Margaret Thatcher.
I want to know more about the Plodger.
May 23, 2007
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fantasy-sf,
middle-grade
Jan 10, 2008
katie
marked it as to-read
May 09, 2008
Krista the Krazy Kataloguer
marked it as to-read
Shelves:
to-read-own,
to-read-open-library
Jul 17, 2009
Min
marked it as considering
Mar 24, 2024
Danielle
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elementary-school,
vivian
